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A review by fairyollie
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
adventurous
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
this is a stunning, beautiful novel. many main characters are queen, and a sapphic relationship is at the center, but they are not the driving focuses of the story. Priory starts off slowly, but the world built, history explored, and characters nurtured makes up for the slow pace. it's a beautifully-written, lyrical ode to motherhood, feminine power, politics, religion, culture, and history; Priory is complex and classic and quickly became one of my favorites. it was a great way to end 2023 and start 2024!
Graphic: Pregnancy, Pandemic/Epidemic, Religious bigotry, Miscarriage, Injury/Injury detail, War, Violence, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Death of parent, Animal death, Grief, and Mental illness
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Confinement